Caregiver/Direct Support Professional - Greater Bristol Area
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful!Locations: Several programs available across the Greater Bristol areaHours: Day and evening. One weekend day availability is a must.Pay Rate: $17.75/hour
Responsibilities
Collaborate with individuals with diverse medical & behavioral needs in a group home setting.Provide comprehensive support to adults with daily living activities, including hands-on care, cooking, & cleaning.Assisting individuals to & from appointments with utmost attention to their needs.Immerse people served into community engagement through participation in work & volunteer activities, such as the Special Olympics.Offer assistance in positive behavior reinforcement, goal planning, & enhancement of socialization skills.Ensure detailed electronic & physical documentation of individualized case notes on a daily basis.Work seamlessly with nurses, behaviorists, & nutritionists to provide holistic and individualized care. Benefits:
Extensive paid training and certification program Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance) Paid time off (increases over years of service) Self-directed retirement plan options (403B) PSLF loan forgiveness eligibilityAccess to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources. Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties Employee mentorship program Opportunities for growth and advancement A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver’s license is required. Willingness to learn, no experience needed.Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, or Bosnian a plus! To see a day in the life of our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro
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